Emma Stone’s highly anticipated sci-fi remake, Bugonia, will arrive in US theaters earlier than previously scheduled, with a limited debut now set for October 24 and a nationwide release following on October 31. This shift means fans across the United States will get to see Stone’s latest collaboration with director Yorgos Lanthimos several weeks ahead of the initial plan, which had the film opening on November 7. The UK release date currently remains unchanged at November 7, though adjustments could still be announced.
Bugonia marks the fourth time Emma Stone and Yorgos Lanthimos have teamed up, following acclaimed projects such as The Favourite, Poor Things, and Kinds of Kindness. Their latest venture is a remake of the South Korean comedy sci-fi film Save the Green Planet!, and it delivers a unique plot: two conspiracy-obsessed individuals, driven by paranoia and suspicion, kidnap the CEO of a powerful company, convinced she is an alien sent to destroy Earth. Alongside Stone, Jesse Plemons will co-star, having worked with both Stone and Lanthimos previously on Kinds of Kindness.
The screenplay for Bugonia is written by Will Tracy, best known for his work on shows like Succession and The Menu. Building on a proven track record of sharp storytelling, Tracy’s involvement adds yet another layer of anticipation to the film. Emma Stone’s participation in Bugonia comes after her recent Best Actress Oscar win for Poor Things, further boosting excitement around the movie. Stone’s dynamic filmography continues to expand, as she is also set to star in a sequel to her 2021 hit Cruella and in Ari Aster’s much-discussed new project Eddington, which features a notable ensemble cast and is set in 2020.
Interest in Bugonia has been heightened by an early trailer and confirmation of a Cannes Film Festival premiere, where the movie has already been nominated for the Palme d’Or. The film’s limited release strategy, followed by a rapid nationwide rollout, suggests confidence from the studio and a desire to capitalize on awards-season buzz.
The rescheduled US release date for Emma Stone’s Bugonia brings eager audiences closer to one of this year’s most intriguing science fiction projects. With Stone’s proven ability to draw crowds and Lanthimos’s imaginative directorial style, industry observers will be watching closely to see whether this early US debut sparks similar changes to the UK schedule and how audiences respond to the bold new take on a cult favorite.
